Does this work if you're in a wheelchair and can the exercises be adapted for wheelchair people?
10639
I don't believe this would be an effective exercise apparatus for those who use a wheelchair. This pole is too long. I suggest the Body Blade. It is much shorter and would work for someone who uses a wheelchair because it would not hit the floor the way this item would. The body blade is more expensive but so worth it.
10640
I suppose it can be used by a person in a wheelchair. Lock the wheels and would need to lean away from the side to avoid hitting the bar on the armrests. The clearance needed would be ~ 10" or so to compensate for the bend in the bar and the arm movement. The user would need fairly strong shoulders as the resistance becomes significant after ~30 sec.
10641
It would depend on how much shoulder range of motion that person has and set up of chair. If the person has full range then yes it is possible it could be used. If not I can't see it working well.
10642
It would work for the arm and shoulder exercises. The length of the bar is rather long, so there could only be a few inches of clearance between the floor and the end of the bar.
1624955
Yes, and also instructions for using it with a door way. They are all activities to do while standing. My wife is the one using it according to instructions from a PT following knee replacement surgery. She uses none of the exercises in the pamphlet. If your intent is to use it for general fitness OK; however, if it is post surgery or injury you should only do what a doctor, PT, or personal trainer tells you.
275486
We use one on an arm of a power wheelchair. Because of the adjustable straps it works. If there is one consideration, it would be the ease of access to getting things inside the bag. My husband is an incomplete quadriplegic and it takes a lot of effort for him to turn sufficiently in the chair to reach the bag on the outside of the arm. Sometimes when he is "off on his own" so to speak, I flip the bag to the inside of the arm so that it more or less rests on his side so he can easily access it. This is the best we have found, but I would suggest that someone be alongside the wheelchair for best use and maximum security. For the individual who likes to take off on his own in a crowd of people, I would be concerned about someone lifting the contents from the larger section if valuables were being carried. We have found that using a waist belt and bag is best for important personal items --- money, wallet, etc. But, all in all, we do not leave home without the bag on the wheelchair. This is the best
307570
I don't see why not.Please note the product comes with dvd and also instruction booklet which explains the different exercises.
1491937
yes! I bought mine for exercises. i do a sitting exercise that uses my arms for movement, but you could do what you describe as well.
1756464
It depends on what you consider "adjustable" this machine allows you to set workout levels for combined arm and leg exercises. So, if you don't use your arms you can just exercise your legs which I what my wife does. All-in-all a very nice exercise machine that has help me regain much of the strength I lost form several brain abysses.
835220
Yes, for people who have limited mobility, are wheelchair bound, have bad back problems. Also can be used to extend reach for elevated objects.
2035110
Actually, a doctor did suggest this product. We bought the size that would fit the dimensions of my mother in law's wheelchair. There are instructions that come with that explain how to adjust the cushion; however we did have help. My mother in law's Physical Therapist she was seeing after her release from skilled nursing actually adjusted the cushion. We have been very happy with the cushion. My mother in law has had no more compression sores and can sit comfortably for long periods of time on this cushion. Hope you find this information helpful, and good luck to you and your family member. Actually, a doctor did suggest this product. We bought the size that would fit the dimensions of my mother in law's wheelchair. There are instructions that come with that explain how to adjust the cushion; however we did have help. My mother in law's Physical Therapist she was seeing after her release from skilled nursing actually adjusted the cushion. We have been very happy with the cushion. My mother in law has had no more compression sores and can sit comfortably for long periods of time on this cushion. Hope you find this information helpful, and good luck to you and your family member.
990370
I think that this might work for you, maybe for a year. Sorry it took so long to get back to you. Good luck finding the right wheelchair. =)
946283
NO! It is not good for any type of power wheelchair. The track is very narrow so that only a chair that has thin wheels that are perfectly aligned can be used
825945
Sure you can, if your legs reach the floor and you use your feet to 'walk' along. As you can imagine not a great wheelchair alternative for anything other than short distances. However it works fine to sit in and have your caregiver push you with the handles. I do this with my lady friend all the time.
1824762
Chris D. I am sorry I do not know about a wheelchair. However, in a car or chair at home or work, it is great. I think I would give it a try in a wheelchair. The best to you.
2265840
I am not familiar with the configuration of the electric wheelchair, therefor I feel not qualified to answer your question. Both items are rather inexpensive and returnable. I would recommend you just try them.
1453743
I have had this chair for a year. I don't use it as much as I should, but found it very helpful to increase upper body strength. Knee problems might reduce range of motion, but I think the exercises would improve lower body flexibility. All movements should be used according to each individuals limitations. If used consistently, this would certainly improve muscle strength in both upper and lower body. Hope this helps.
1509634
Probably not. I found that this is a little bit of a workout in holding poses and the techniques the ask you to use. However, I just skipped what I couldn't do. I am very inflexible, but I do workout and have quite a bit of strength.
1473621
In my opinion; YES, but lock the wheelchair in position and place Aerobic pedaler in front of you at a comfortable distance to pedal from. I modified mine a bit by fastening rubber feet so they could not turn over with drilling a hole in the top of them and using a sheet metal screw through them into the metal pipe, but I believe a good adhesive would work as well. They were a nuisance to keep flat on the floor otherwise.
1662168
Yes if this person still has some mobility, capable of not pushing back, little resistance. It is really just a transport chair not a heavy duty wheelchair.